Marion County

Lonny Powell, CEO of the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Association, and other opponents said the bill would be a threat to areas such as Marion County, which is a major player nationally in horse breeding.

The Ocala Marion Transportation Planning Organization and agencies throughout the county are teaming up to make -- and to then publicize -- the videos.

A typical Sunshine Water Services customer would pay nearly 23% more for water and about 16% more for wastewater under the proposed new rates.

The judge heard testimony that the shooter, Susan Lorincz, had post traumatic stress disorder from repeated physical and sexual abuse as a child. That was outweighed, he said, by the tremendous harm she caused.

In Volusia, the order takes effect 8 a.m. Wednesday. In Marion, it takes effect 6 p.m. Tuesday.

Supervisor of elections offices have mailed ballots to residents who requested them for the upcoming election on November 5.

The program rolled out today is for kids four years old and younger whose families might not otherwise be able to afford the lessons.

The Empath Health facility in Ocala held an open house Friday focused on using art to express those powerful feelings of grief.

Ajike Owens' mother said that, though her grandchildren have lost their mom forever, "we've achieved some justice for Ajike. My heart is a little lighter and we're now on the path of true healing."

Susan Lorincz, 60, is on trial for killing Ajike Owens. Neighbors testified that Owens was angry and shouting at the time but they didn't hear the threats Lorincz later claimed she made.